Athletics, gymnastics and related sports Books

Ce manuel, édité à l'usage de l'armée française au début du XXe siècle, offre une sélection d'exercices de gymnastique en intérieur et en plein air, adaptés à tous les niveaux de forme physique. Les illustrations claires et détaillées accompagnant chaque...

A detailed guide to the turner societies and their role in promoting gymnastics and physical education in the United States. With step-by-step instructions and diagrams, this catechism is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and...

Desde su propia gestación esta obra se desarrolló pensando exclusivamente en el lector, enfatizando una lectura clara y amigable que se centre en el tema principal. De esta forma, el libro no utiliza terminologías complicadas ni recurre excesivamente a...

Nutze deine Kraft beschreibt effektive und wirksame Methoden des Körpertrainings mit und ohne Hilfsmittel, Training unterwegs/im Urlaub und Training im Fitness-Studio. Ebenso werden wirksame Trainingsmethoden beschrieben. Ebenso folgt ein Kapitel über...

45 Muscle Building Recipes to Gain Muscle Mass without Shakes or Pills will help you increase the amount of protein you consume per day to help increase muscle mass. These meals and the calendar will help increase muscle in an organized manner by...

August Ravenstein gibt hier einen detaillierten Überblick über das Turnwesen im späten 19. Jahrhundert. Von den Grundlagen des Turnens bis hin zu speziellen Übungen und Regeln wird hier alles thematisiert, was man wissen muss, um selbst im Vereins- oder...

This book consolidates Carl Miller's extensive knowledge gained while pursuing his life's work in Olympic-style weightlifting. There are scientific principles behind Olympic-style weightlifting, and Miller's 50 years of lifting, researching and coaching...

Running programs in Chico in the 1970s were similar to those elsewhere. Famed University of Oregon coach Bill Bowerman had introduced the sport of jogging; American Frank Shorter was the winner of the marathon at the 1972 Olympics; and Steve Prefontaine,...

Based on decades of scientific study and research, Strength Training for Women Only will show you how to design your own strength-training protocol. Getting into shape has never been easier, or more productive, than it is with this safe and sensible...

52 Weight Gaining Shake Recipes to Get Bigger Faster: Naturally Increase in Size In 4 Weeks or Less!By Joe Correa CSN Fighting to gain weight can be difficult for many people who have a fast metabolism. The key is to gain weight in a healthy manner...

Written before Title IX offered increased access to women in sports, A Running Start tells the story of a high school cheerleader from white suburbia who leaps into the black sports world of track and field, training alongside many of the world's fastest...

The Science of Gymnastics provides the most comprehensive and accessible introduction available to the fundamental physiological, biomechanical and psychological principles underpinning performance in artistic gymnastics. The second edition introduces...

Haben auch Sie keine Zeit, Lust oder die nötigen finanziellen Mittel für das Fitnessstudio? Sind Sie genervt von der Anfahrt und der Parkplatzsuche vor dem Studio? Möchten Sie sich lieber von zu Hause aus fit und gesund halten und in Ihren eigenen vier...

Erleben Sie im zweiten Teil „Die wunderbare Welt der Leistung" hautnah das Denken und Handeln eines Sportlers, der sich dem Krieg namens „Leistungssport" mit Haut und Haar bedingungslos verschrieben hat.Es ist diese unbeschreibliche Faszination, die von...

Finally, discover how to do the splits painlessly and without spending any money on expensive coaches, leg stretching machines or even on stretching cables! In this guide, you will learn simple routine exercises you can practice daily to stretch your...

Initially, Robert Sikes embraced "bro dieting" in order to win bodybuilding shows. He soon found out, however, that the side effects were disastrous.Despite athletic successes, Sikes' high-carb, low-nutrient crash dieting led to imbalanced hormones, a...

"In Believing It, I began to know my truth. In Speaking It, I began to become my truth. These small but necessary steps of evolution empowered me to move forward in life with conviction and confidence. My newfound awareness incited me to push past...

This is the story of John Hurd, a boy who was so small that he was denied entry to the first grade in his local school because they doubted his mother and his birth certificate. He had to ride a bus to the outlying county school to be accepted for his...

45 Recettes de Repas solutions pour l’Ostéoporose: commencer à manger les meilleurs aliments pour vos os pour les rendre forts et en bonne santéPar Joe Correa CSN Ce livre est un recueil de recettes délicieuses,...

Para alcançar o seu verdadeiro potencial você precisa estar em ótima condição física e mental, e para fazer isso você precisa  começar um plano organizado que irá ajudá-lo a...

A meditação é uma das melhores maneiras de alcançar seu verdadeiro potencial. Comer direito e e treinar são duas das peças do quebra-cabeça, mas você precisa a terceira peça para...

Weight Training for Old Guys takes you on a comprehensive, light-hearted fitness journey and incorporates both traditional and little-known Olympic Weight Lifting training methods that guarantee that no bully will ever kick sand in your face...

This concise guide to the sport of gymnastics offers a detailed overview of the history, techniques, and equipment involved in this rigorous and exciting athletic pursuit. Covering everything from tumbling and vaulting to balance beam and uneven bars,...

In diesem Buch wird das Pangymnastikon vorgestellt, ein turngerät, das alle notwendigen Übungen für ein komplettes Turnprogramm ermöglicht. Das Buch beschreibt die Konstruktion und Funktionsweise des Geräts und gibt Hinweise zur Anwendung. Ein Klassiker...

Un guide pratique de gymnastique aux engins, incluant des instructions pour la barre fixe, les barres parallèles, les anneaux et le trampoline.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of...

This book contains the minutes and proposed rules for the 1913 meeting of the International Amateur Athletic Federation, held in Berlin. It provides insight into the early development of international sports organizations and the changing rules governing...

Written by Edward Hitchcock, A Manual of the Gymnastic Exercises as Practised by the Junior Class in Amherst College is a detailed manual on gymnastics and exercise. Perfect for athletes or fitness enthusiasts, this book provides step-by-step...

Discover how to reverse the aging process to live a longer, healthier & more active life in your senior years - in just 6 weeks! All it takes is just 15 minutes workout, twice a week.Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey towards a...

With calisthenics you can work out anywhere, anytime. You don't need a gym or any weights. You'll never be fat doing calisthenics because it's impossible. A fat person can't do calisthenics and someone who can do calisthenics can't be fat. Here is a...

<p>"No Citizen has a right to be an amateur in the matter of physical training... What a disgrace it is for a man to grow old without ever seeing the beauty and strength of which his body is capable."</p><p>-Socrates</p>

Mar&Jaq Begins Gymnastics is the original story in a series of "real-life" narratives about two sisters in their pre-elementary through middle school years, who love gymnastics very much. They are always tumbling around their house, even...

This book contains a wealth of information on the lost art of pedestrianism, as well as having sections on other athletic performances such as running and jumping. Primarily this book is a detailed catalogue of records of the best walking, running, and...

Naked Weightlifting is NOT about lifting weights without clothing (but I bet you took a second look). The definition of naked is "without extra or embellishment" while the definition of weightlifting is "the lifting of heavy weights as an exercise in a...

A comprehensive catalogue of gymnastics equipment, including bars, rings, mats, and other apparatus. Produced by the Narragansett Machine Company of Providence, Rhode Island, this book is a valuable resource for gymnastics coaches, fitness professionals,...

Dieses Buch bietet eine umfassende Einführung in die Welt der Gymnastik und des Sports und enthält eine Vielzahl von Übungen, Techniken und Ratschlägen, die jeder nutzen kann, um fit und gesund zu bleiben. Es ist ein unverzichtbares Handbuch für jeden,...

Dieses Buch ist ein Leitfaden für die Turnkunst und bietet detaillierte Anleitungen zu verschiedenen Übungen. Der Autor gibt wertvolle Tipps und Ratschläge für ein effektives Training und hilft dabei, das Beste aus jeder Übung herauszuholen.This work has...

Dieses Buch bietet eine umfassende Einführung in die Turnkunst von Friedrich Ludwig Jahn. Der Autor untersucht wichtige theoretische Konzepte und ihre Anwendungen in der Praxis. Mit zahlreichen Übungen und technischen Anleitungen vermittelt dieses Buch...

This classic guide to gymnastic exercises was first published in 1814 and has remained an important resource for fitness enthusiasts ever since. Written by Peter Heinrich Clias, a noted Swiss physical education instructor, An Elementary Course of...

A compelling account of sport after 70 that gives an inspiring message for athletes of all disciplines. Renaissance Triathlete encapsulates the thrill, excitement and lifestyle delivered through sport at any age.Having competed in triathlons around the...

Strength and Conditioning for Young Athletes: Science and Application offers an evidence-based introduction to the theory and practice of strength and conditioning for young athletes. Fully revised and updated, this second edition draws on leading...

"Muscles and Their Exercises" is a pictorial muscle anatomy and exercise guide that takes readers through the major muscles of the body with the author's own hand sketched illustrations of each muscle and muscle group. It also provides beginning and...

Swim Like A Pro is the most comprehensive guide for swimmers looking to improve their performance and health!Fares Ksebati is one of the most trusted swim coaches in the world and has created a proven training program that has helped hundreds of...

Dieses Buch ist ein wertvolles historisches Dokument über die Entwicklung des Turnens im 19. Jahrhundert. Der Autor beschreibt die verschiedenen Übungen, die damals praktiziert wurden, und gibt Anleitungen zur Ausführung. Besonders interessant sind auch...

This book is a comprehensive guide to various athletic sports, including running, jumping, throwing, and gymnastics. It provides valuable insights into the history, technique, and training methods of these sports.This work has been selected by scholars...

Dieses Buch beschreibt die Geschichte der Deutsch-Amerikanischen Turnerei, ihrer Gründung und ihrer Entwicklung bis in die 1800er Jahre. Es enthält historische Aufzeichnungen und Berichte über die Rolle der Turnvereine in der amerikanischen Gesellschaft...